Let's do it Outside: Create Unforgettable Learning Experience With Outdoor Methods and Flipped Classroom

Erasmus+ course summary
In the innovative creative teaching course we would like to demonstrate the usefulness of flipped classroom methods, field work, project work, team work, task-oriented activities, learning by doing, experiential pedagogy, informal learning, etc. With these methods we want to emphasise the importance of a suitable and positive learning environment, namely for the development of the personal potential of the individual  (the student and teacher) in the learning process. The classical method of providing information is replaced at the seminar with methodical approaches that encourage creativity, critical thinking, motivation and self-initiative in all subjects. Practical examples in everyday situations of the urban environment are shown. Adventure education, however, can only be expressed in the natural environment. Work in the field is an important component of the seminar, therefore it is  adapted to the wishes and abilities of the participants, similar to their work environment.

​"Tell me and I'll forget. Teach me and I'll remember. Involve me and I'll learn." – Benjamin Franklin

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Session dates

2022

Regions in Slovenia, 14 - 20 Aug

Open for registration. 

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Features

Course fees and terms
​Certification: 

• Certificate of attendance
• Europass mobility

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Practice inquiry-based learning.

A journey from lecturing to facilitating. As learning new teaching methods is important, intensive personal growth is critical for successful teaching based on inquiry.

Experience

First-hand experience with  outside learning methods​.

Growth

Personal capacity to practice inquiry-based learning.

Hands-on material

A workbook with hands-on activities to practice outdoor learning​.

Course Content

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OBJECTIVES

The main goal of the course is to equip the teachers with a variety of methods for inquiry-based learning in which students develop their proactive capacity. A basic structure consists of problem-based learning by posing questions, problems and scenarios and using the methods such as flipped classroom, team building, project work etc. The role of the teacher is transformed from lecturing to facilitating and with brainstorming about the use of the learned methologies in the subjects.

METHODOLOGY

The methodology of the course follows the walk-the-talk principle. The participants experience all the methods introduced, such as flipped classroom, team building, project work, task-oriented activities, scavenger hunt, icebreakers, etc. The teachers learn by doing the aforementioned methods. They also receive hand-on material to easily apply the methods into their own teaching practice. 

PROGRAMME DAY-BY-DAY

DAY 1 
LJUBLJANA - THE GOAL IS ON THE PATH
We start off with an introductory meeting, explanation of practical arrangements and presentation of the participants and timetable. The participants are encouraged to express their expectations, needs and wishes regarding the content of the programme and learning methods.​ *

We then continue with the survey of the city, a plan of a trip to Bohinj and team-building. We do this by using the following practical strategies & activities: icebreakers, scavenger hunt, senses of the city, brainstorming.
The participants get to know each other and meet locals, switch on all their senses and prepare for the trip.
Methodology: group climate, team building, project work, task-oriented activities, field work.

DAY 2 
BOHINJ - A TRIP WITH PIT STOPS – FLIPPED CLASSROOM
Understanding cultural differences: get to know each other, short presentations of the country and the city. The participants get instructions for the guided tour around this part of Slovenia or engage in the task-oriented approach, for which a short presentations happens on the bus.

Topic: team building, observing the country, nature.
Practical strategies & activities: scavenger hunt, brainstorming, debate.
Participants will guide the tour, lead rather than follow (the herd), be proactive.
Methodology: flipped classroom, field work, evaluation.

DAY 3 
BOHINJ – PROJECT WORK – PROCESS
The participants learn about their strengths and weaknesses, how the team and project work and how the outdoor activities can help establish a positive learning environment, and how the students can overcome the learning difficulties. For example, scavenger hunt, icebreakers, social and team games.

Topic: team building, local environment & meet the locals.
Practical strategies & activities: group work, video making, drama play, bonfire night.
The participants investigate the local climate, talk to people, do the project.
Methodology: task-oriented activities, field work, project work, evaluation.

DAY 4
BOHINJ - LEARNING BY DOING
Learning by doing: the participants take an active role in workshops for making souvenir arts & crafts. They engage in climbing in the nature, a boat ride in the pearl of the Alps, Lake Bohinj. The participants also start filming a short (3-5 minute) video in smaller groups.

Topic: team building, souvenir making, handcrafts, art & crafts.
Practical strategies & activities: group work.
The Participants make a souvenir, prepare a meal, create a piece of art.
Methodology: learning by doing, task-oriented activities, fieldwork, project work, evaluate.

DAY 5
BOHINJ – INFORMAL LEARNING
Creating a meaningful and useful learning environment for the participants and looking at the best practices to work with students of all ages. The participants continue shooting a short (3-5 minute) video in smaller groups.
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Topic: team building, hike, bike & paddle, switching on all the senses.
Practical strategies & activities: group work, mindfulness.
Participants will enjoy the nature, use different modes of transportation, switch on all their senses.
Methodology: learning by doing, task-oriented activities, fieldwork, project work, evaluate.

DAY 6
BOHINJ – FLIPPED CLASSROOM
Project outcomes: The participants shoot a video, draw a picture or write a poem about their experience in Slovenia.
Topic: team building, presentations.
Practical strategies & activities: group work, brainstorming.
Methodology: learning by doing, task-oriented activities, fieldwork, project work, evaluate.

DAY 6
LJUBLJANA
Topic: evaluation and farewell. 
Practical strategies & activities: group work, round table discussion.
Methodology: critical thinking, self-assessment, evaluate.
Documentation and certificates of attendance.

* Some changes in the programme are possible - the content of the course is always adapted to the participants previous knowledge, expectations and requirements. 
​The participants receive the Informational Booklet a few weeks prior to the start of the course. ​

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